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18.05.2017 09:39
South Australian company awarded $550000 project for state’s first trial native oyster reef
Port Adelaide based MaritimeConstructionshasbeen awarded $550000 to build South Australia’s first trial shellfish reef.
Construction of the trial four-hectare shellfish reef will begin in May using a mixture of materials including locally sourced limestone from the Yorke Peninsula and custom made concrete reef structures.
The native shellfish reef willattractmarine life and, over time, is expected to improve fish stocks, enhance recreational fishing opportunities,increase water quality and assist with coastal erosion.
The reef –located south of Ardrossan on the Yorke Peninsula– is part of a State Government 2014 funding commitment to improve recreational fishing opportunities across the state.
“It’s fantastic to see the reef project at Rogues Point awarded to a South Australian company- one which specialises in marine infrastructure and employs highly skilled local workers to get the job done†Ministerfor Fisheries and Tourism, Leon Bignell.
“We are thrilled to be awarded the contract to build South Australia’s first trial reef on the Yorke Peninsula. This means a great deal to our company and to the South Australians’ we employ and it’s excellent to see our expertise being used on such a significant state project.†Maritime Construction Chief Executive Officer, Shane Fiedler
